I was a little surprised at how thin the stem is. Very elegant, probably is perfectly designed. I like it a lot, but it is pricey. If I had to buy it again, I probably wouldn't, not because of quality...because of delicate it is and the price. It won't take much to break the glass. Keep in mind that I'm a klutz....I'll only use it for special wines on special occasions. (Posted on 9/8/14)